flourless peanut butter cookies (Print)

Soft, chewy peanut butter treats made with three simple ingredients, perfect for a quick gluten-free snack.

# Components:

→ Cookie Dough

01 - 1 cup creamy peanut butter (unsweetened or lightly sweetened)
02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 large egg

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine peanut butter, granulated sugar, and egg in a medium bowl. Stir until smooth and fully blended.
03 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls. Arrange them on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
04 - Gently flatten each dough ball using a fork in a crisscross pattern.
05 - Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, until edges are set and tops begin to crack.
06 - Remove cookies from the oven and allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You can mix the dough in under two minutes with one bowl and a spoon.
  • The texture is soft and chewy without any flour, butter, or oil.
  • They taste like pure peanut butter in cookie form, with crisp edges and tender centers.
  • Perfect for when you need something sweet but don't want to run to the store.
02 -
  • Don't overbake them or they'll turn dry and crumbly instead of chewy.
  • The dough will look too soft to work with, but trust it. It holds together once you start rolling.
  • If your peanut butter is oily, give it a good stir before measuring or the dough might be too loose.
03 -
  • Press the fork in one direction, then turn it ninety degrees for a clean crisscross without tearing the dough.
  • If the dough sticks to your hands, wet your palms lightly with water before rolling each ball.
  • For extra richness, swap half the white sugar for brown sugar and add a pinch of cinnamon.
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